PETEW

I am going to look at a '81 280ZXT this weekend with 87000 mi. The car appears to be in good shape with no visible rust. It isn't inspected and is not registered any longer. It is run every once in awhile around the block. It has only been driven a few hundred miles in the last 3 years. Seller is asking $1900 for it. Is this a good price for such a vehicle? I also wanted to know, can you modify the turbo enginge with the auto, or will it not be able to handle the extra power. Will I have to do a rebuild or is it ok to modify an engine with this kind of mileage? I would like to have stick, but I figured auto is easier to drive at the strip for a rookie. What are the main trouble spots I should be looking for? Thanks for all the help.

I'm going to look at a '81 280ZXT this weekend and I just want to know what are the main problem areas that I should look for. I know rust is the biggest thing, but where do the cars seem to rust the most. Is there anything I should look for in the engine that are a problem; or tranny? The car is running and inspected and only has 87000 mi. It is an automatic with the T-tops. The interior is ok except for a small crack in the dash. Seller is asking $1900 for the car, does that sound ok. I don't know a lot about these cars but I want to make sure I don't get a lemon. Thanks for all the help guys!! Pete